As Western New Yorkers know all too well, the transition from the seemingly endless Chautauqua winter into the balmy weather of spring is a prolonged gradation that doesn’t allow for shorts and flip-flops until nearly May. That is, until the meteorological roller coaster that has been this year’s March. With 60-degree weather thrust ... Read More

CLYMER, NY -- Clymer Elementary School is participating in Univera Healthcare’s Fun 2B Fit program for the third straight year. Univera Healthcare’s Fun 2B Fit initiative includes taste testing sessions and a physical activity program. Fun 2B Fit was created by Univera Healthcare and is based on recommendations from the Centers for Disease ... Read More

AMESTOWN, NY -- The Jamestown YMCA and Hollyloft Ski and Bike recently celebrated the grand opening of their new indoor cycling studio. The program, which is called Cycle Hollyloft, is now located on the second floor of the Jamestown YMCA. The newly renovated studio, which was once a racquetball court, boasts 23 new spin bikes. Sponsored by ... Read More

BEMUS POINT, NY -- On Thursday, February 16, New Beginnings Senior Adult Ministry and Chautauqua Physical and Occupational Therapy present "Get Moving with the Spirit!" with Amy Livengood, OTR/L, CEAS II. The presentation will be at the Bemus Point United Methodist Church Family Life Center. Lunch will take place from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m., and the ... Read More

JAMESTOWN, NY -- The Jamestown and Lakewood YMCAs are opening their doors to community members free of charge from January 23 through January 29. The weeklong event will coincide with their no joining fee promotion for the month of January where individuals can save up to $75 on the cost of a membership until January 31. Community members will ... Read More

WESTFIELD, NY -- Income Tax Help. Once again the YWCA will partner with AARP and the local RSVP office to offer income tax assistance to low income elderly in this area. Volunteers will be available, by appointment only, to assist seniors with simple 1040 forms, 1099 filings and earned income credit schedules. Individuals interested in making an ... Read More

JAMESTOWN, NY -- A new session of the Jamestown YMCA’s Intro To Sports and Movement class for boys and girls ages 3 to 5 years has been scheduled to begin Friday, January 20 at the Jamestown YMCA. The 8 week session will be offered in the Aerobics room from 1:15 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Children will practice the developmental steps necessary to ... Read More

WESTFIELD, NY -- Dollar Days. The special price on fitness visits has been extended through Jan. 12, 2012. Visits can be added to an account for $1 each, with no limit on the number of visits that can be purchased. Visits remain on the members’ account as long as the membership is paid and current. Completion of Floors. The YWCA is pleased to ... Read More

DUNKIRK, NY -- Tammy Kiszak, a Physical Therapist at Brooks Memorial Hospital will be presenting January’s Healthquest program entitled, “Keeping your feet on the ground: Ways to improve your balance.” This presentation will include an overview of risk factors to falls, a demonstration on balance assessment, and will include possible ... Read More

JAMESTOWN, NY — Sometimes folks lose interest in continuing their efforts to lose weight or get in shape a few weeks or months into their program. If you're struggling to stick with your weight loss or exercise program, here are a few tips to help you stick with it. Study your personal history. Why did you quit before and are you headed in the ... Read More